FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
NOVEMBER 29, 2015
9 & 11 A.M.
CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP PRELUDE Savior of the Heathen, Come Ringing of the Tower Bells
J. S. Bach
*PROCESSIONAL HYMN 119
SCRIPTURE
arr. Norman Luboff
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
VENI EMMANUEL
*LITANY OF PRAISE During Advent we wait for the light in the darkness. We wait in hope for the Lord; he is our help and our shield. During Advent we watch for hope in the midst of despair. We watch in hope for the Lord; O come, Emmanuel. *GLORIA PATRI 35
GREATOREX
(Scripture may be found on page 502 of the Old Testament in the pew Bibles.)
(11 A.M.) ANTHEM Our Hope Is in Emmanuel** Victor C. Johnson The time has come, as the prophets foretold, to prepare for the soon coming King. He will bring us new love, and will fill our hearts with light, and will vanquish the darkness from night. Our hope is in Emmanuel, the promised One, God’s Holy son. Our hope is in Emmanuel, the One Who has come to save. We have patiently waited for the King to appear, and bring us hope, joy, and peace. Now we wipe away our tears and no longer stand in fear, for we know that salvation draws near! O come, O come, Emmanuel, our Messiah, Emmanuel. -VENI EMMANUEL
LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT WREATH AND ADVENT READING
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One Candle Is Lit
CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE 128
CRADLE SONG
(stanza 1)
Be Still and Know God’s Hope
SERMON
*HYMN OF DISCIPLESHIP 125
SHARING OF JOYS AND CONCERNS
Come, O Long-expected Jesus
HYFRYDOL
*BENEDICTION AND CHORAL RESPONSE Ringing of the Tower Bells
CALL TO PRAYER The Lord be with you. And with your spirit. Let us pray . . .
To God We Render Thanks and Praise
*POSTLUDE
PASTORAL PRAYER AND LORD’S PRAYER (using debts and debtors) & CHORAL RESPONSE THE RECEIVING OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS (9 A.M.) Our Hope Is in Emmanuel** (11 A.M.) Open Now, My Heart
Victor C. Johnson J. S. Bach
*THE DOXOLOGY 46
OLD HUNDREDTH
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION COMMUNION HYMN 569
Psalm 25:1-10
CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE The Word of God, for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
WELCOME CHORAL INTROIT AND PROCESSION OF THE ACOLYTES Still, Still, Still
All Earth Is Waiting TAULÉ (Parents, during 11 a.m. worship, please bring your first-third graders to join a Worship and Wonder leader in the Gallery. Children will return to the Sanctuary during the Hymn of Discipleship.)
*(11 A.M.) HYMN 139
Jesus, Remember Me
REMEMBER ME
(sing twice)
THE LORD’S SUPPER INVITATION TO THE TABLE THE WORDS OF INSTITUTION AND THE PRAYERS OF THE ELDERS THE SHARING OF THE BREAD AND THE CUP (All followers of Christ are invited to share in the bread and cup which represent the life, death, and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, as they nourish us in our life together in His name.)
THE PEACE The peace of the Lord be with you. And also with you. *The congregation is invited to stand at these times of the service. Feel free to remain seated if need be.
J. S. Bach
IN THE SERVICE Preaching Larry Thomas
Scripture Reader Orlew Lauger
Worship Leaders Ellen Lewis Russ Boyd
Elders Leslie Dell and Lorraine Stell Sue Bailey and Carol Jane Lawrence
Musicians
Chancel Guild
Kyla K. Rosenberger, Senior Organist Chancel Choir Eric Mullins, Assist. Choirmaster Andrew Stewart, tenor
Preparing communion today are Lori Eagleton, Randy Eagleton Ann Lesok and Mandy Teichelman.
Acolytes Novyn Sek and Tevy Sek Joye Hatter and Hattie Castillo Advent Wreath Candle Lighters (9 A.M.) Members of the Common Ground Sunday school class (11 A.M.) Todd and Angela Waldvogel Caroline and Julia Have you signed an attendance card today?
This Week at University Christian Church Hanging of the Greens is this evening, 5:30 p.m. This festive, youth-led service provides a family-friendly worship experience that kicks off Advent by adorning UCC’s Sanctuary with symbols of the season and explaining the meaning behind the symbols. Students Away Ministry: Send a finals care package to a student away from home. Names and addresses available in the Gallery today. Email
[email protected] with questions. The Rose Circle Will Meet Tuesday, December 1, 10:30 a.m. in Room 207. If you are interested in joining a Circle, call the church and ask for Women’s Ministries. Men's Movie Night - December 3, 6:30 p.m., Room 203. Join us for Linda Hunts' Academy Award winning performance in the film The Year of Living Dangerously. $5 for chicken dinner, movie and discussion. Sign up in The Arches. Special Christmas Carols with Chancel Choir and TCU Strings – Sunday, December 6. Hear the choir and sing along with the cantata Joy to the World! by John Rutter during our worship services. Tell Your BHYLF Story! A collection of stories is being created celebrating the 40th anniversary of the festival. Briefly write a favorite memory and send to
[email protected] or
[email protected]. Deadline is December 7. The Arches Bookstore is open Sundays during Advent, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. You’ll find UCC cards and Christmas ornaments, 40th anniversary Boar’s Head commemorative items and the new children’s book The Boar’s Head Festival by LaLonnie Lehman; illustrations by Susan Halbower. Childcare provided from 8:45 a.m.-12 p.m. for infants-preschool. Handicap accessible restrooms located in The Gallery (second floor) Assisted listening devices are available; please ask an usher to obtain one.
Ministers On Call Ministers are available after hours and on weekends for pastoral care emergencies. If you have a need, call us at 817.926.6631, and follow the prompts. On Call This Week Ellen Lewis Russ Boyd
Congregational Leadership Meetings Personnel Committee Tuesday, December 1 • 5:30 p.m. • Room 202
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UPDATE Visit www.universitychristian.org for calendar and program details! Boar’s Head Grand Feast Buffet, on Saturday, January 2, 6:30 p.m. in Walker Hall. The Boar’s Head Guild invites the UCC church family to celebrate the 40th anniversary of our Epiphany festival with a catered meal . $10 per person. Menu available universitychristian.org. Purchase tickets in Room 239 starting November 30 and in The Arches Bookstore Sunday, December 6. Boar’s Head and Yule Log Festival Tickets go on sale tomorrow, Monday, November 30. $15. The festival is January 2 and 3, 3 and 5 p.m. daily. Call 817.926.6631, ext. 141, or purchase online at universitychristian.org. Gifts of Hope Market will be in the Gallery, Sunday, December 6 after both worship services. Your friends and family will feel honored that food, clothing, even farm animals will be purchased with your gift dollars. A Support Group for Caregivers of those suffering from Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia meets Thursday, December 10, 4:30-6 p.m., Room 201. Dr. Charles Sanders and Leslie Dell have been trained by the Alzheimer’s Association to facilitate this group. Special Latte with the Ladies, December 12, 2 p.m., Montgomery Street Antique Mall Secret Garden Restaurant. Only 10 spaces still open. Register now and make your $15 payment on the UCC website. Christmas Angels Wrap Night, Sunday, December 13, 5 p.m. in Walker Hall. All are welcome and encouraged to help assemble gift bags. $80 provides a gift bag for a child, although donations of all amounts are appreciated.
Of Many Colors presents Joy to the World on Monday, December 14. Come enjoy this 7 p.m. evening concert of jazz/gospel vocal and instrumental music in our Sanctuary. Free admission with an offering to benefit UCC music programs. Home for the Holidays, a meal shared by those transitioning off the streets and into housing through the Directions Home program, will be held at UCC December 8. Pans of potatoes, green beans and stuffing needed. Contact Rachael Moffett at Tarrant Churches Together 817.737.5554 to sign up. Dishes should arrive hot and ready to go at UCC by 10:45 a.m. on December 8. Online Worship Bulletin is available on the UCC website under Resources for those who wish to view it from home. Adult Advent Devotions are available in The Arches. Our Missionary Partners Paul Turner • Democratic Republic of Congo
Elena Huegel • Chile
Poinsettia Order Forms are available at The Arches Information Desk and the Reception Desk. Orders may be made online or
[email protected]. Deadline is December 14.
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University Christian Church November 29, 2015
PROGRAM CONTACTS Rev. Larry A. Thomas, Senior Minister; Rev. Russ Boyd, Assoc. Minister for Youth; Rev. Ellen Lewis, Assoc. Minister of Administration; Rev. Cyndy W. Twedell, Assoc. Minister of Outreach, Women’s Ministries & Membership; Rev. Jessica Vacketta, Assoc. Minister for Adults and College; Rev. Christi McDowell, Assoc. Minister of Pastoral Care;. Alison Nicoll, Assist. Minister for High School; Tyler Heston, Asst. Minister for Middle School; Kyla K. Rosenberger, Director of Music & Senior Organist; Kera Watts, Director of Children’s Ministries.
Be Still and Know God’s Hope
